Ham and Cheese Croissant (Printable)

Buttery croissants with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, baked until golden and crisp.

# What You Need:

→ Baked Goods

01 - 4 large all-butter croissants, preferably day-old

→ Meats

02 - 4 slices high-quality cooked ham

→ Cheeses

03 - 4 slices Swiss cheese (Gruyère or Emmental recommended)

→ Condiments

04 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice each croissant horizontally without cutting all the way through, creating a hinge.
03 - Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard inside each croissant, if using.
04 - Layer one slice of ham and one slice of cheese inside each croissant.
05 - Close the croissants gently and brush the tops with melted butter. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the croissants are golden and crisp.
07 - Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It rescues slightly stale croissants and transforms them into something extraordinary
  • The contrast of shatteringly crisp pastry with warm, gooey cheese is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Fresh croissants can be frustrating to slice without squishing them, so buying them a day ahead actually helps
  • The cheese will want to escape during baking, but those crispy cheese bits on the pan are the best part
03 -
  • A serrated bread knife is your best friend for slicing croissants without crushing them
  • Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top before baking for an unexpected crunch

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